The Ohio State running back, and former Detroit Cass Tech standout, tweeted on Sunday night that he will be declaring for the NFL draft after the season, but will play with the Buckeyes in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day.

"WOW ! It's been one Hell of a Journey," he wrote on Twitter. "I will forgo my Senior Season and will live the dream I've had since 5 years old. I will be Declaring for the 2019 NFL Draft. I also will be playing in the Rose Bowl to finish what My brothers and I started. I want to thank God for blessing me for this opportunity. My family for sticking with me through the ups and downs. My teammates for always pushing me. My coaches for helping shape me into the man I am today. My friends for being there every step of the way. Last but not least Buckeye Nation. I Love you!"

Weber has rushed 157 times for 858 yards and has another 104 yards receiving this year. He scored five rushing touchdowns and one receiving TD. Entering the Rose Bowl, he has rushed for 2,580 yards and 24 touchdowns during his Ohio State career.

His best year was his freshman campaign, when he rushed for 1,096 yards and nine touchdowns.

Weber was the No. 1 recruit in the state when he signed with Ohio State in 2015.